Project for Publishing Books by Foreign Compatriots – Uly Dala



The project to publish books by foreign compatriots under the «Uly Dala» series, carried out in collaboration with the Union of Writers of Kazakhstan, aims to introduce readers to the finest works and creativity of Kazakh writers living abroad. To achieve this goal, a special competition was organized, with the formation of a jury comprising qualified specialists and writers. Out of the 10 books carefully selected by the jury, each will be presented to readers in the initial release. These works were authored by Kazakh writers from Mongolia, Russia, Uzbekistan, and China, and have not been previously published in Kazakhstan. The "Uly Dala" series encompasses various literary genres, including poetry, fiction, historical studies, memoirs, and literary translations.

  • Books published as part of the «Uly Dala» series:
  • 1. «Sengir Taular» – A dialogical novel by Sultan Taukeyuly, People's Writer of Mongolia. Country: Mongolia.
  • 2. «Mausymzhan» – A collection of stories by Shynai Rakhmetovich, People's Writer of Mongolia. Country: Mongolia.
  • 3. «Zhyr Kumbezi» – This book is a valuable collection of poems by Kazakh poet Kyzyrbek Oralov, written between 1956 and 1964. It also includes precious memoirs in which the poet shares his experiences, initiations, and significant life stages. Additionally, the book features articles that likely provide further context to the poet's work and life. This collection allows readers to immerse themselves in Kyzyrbek Oralov's world of creativity and persona, facilitating a better understanding and appreciation of his contribution to Kazakh literature. Author: Kyzyrbek Oralov, poet. Country: China. Compiled by: Zhadi Shakenovich, writer. Country: China.
  • 4. «Kaitkan Kazdyn Dauysy» – This book is a compilation of selected poems by the renowned Chinese Kazakh poet K. Saskin from various years. The poems by this poet are characterized by their classical tradition and rich vocabulary. Each poem reflects his unique vision and skill, making this book a valuable resource for those interested in Kazakh poetry and the literature of the Kazakh diaspora in China. Author: Kopbosyn Saskin, poet, writer. Country: China.
  • 5. «Antiolshem» – A collection of critical articles on poetry by Suragan Rakhmetovich, poet, writer. Country: Mongolia.
  • 6. «Kazakhs of the Volgograd Region: History and Modernity» – A historical and educational work exploring the history of the Kazakh community and their life in the Volgograd Region, Russia. Author: Gennady Tashpekov, historian, candidate of historical sciences. Country: Russia.
  • 7. «History and Current Status of the Kazakh Diaspora in Europe» – A historical and educational work that delves into the resettlement of Kazakhs to European countries, the stages of formation of the Kazakh diaspora, and its modern life. Author: Dosan Baimolda, professor at the Kazakh National Pedagogical University named after Abay. Country: Mongolia.
  • 8. «Keruen-Gumyr» – An autobiographical work depicting the life of Kazakhs in the Bayan-Ulgiy aimag of Mongolia. Author: Tawhai Taif, theater artist and writer. Country: Mongolia.
  • 9. «Sary Kaimak Sagynysh» – A poem and a collection of poems by Bayit Kabanovich, a renowned poet and writer. Country: Mongolia.
  • 10. «Kytaidagi kazak akyndarynyn aitysy» collection of aitys of Kazakh poets in China. Author: Bata Kadirkhan, poet. Country: Kazakhstan.

These books represent the diverse tapestry of Kazakh literature created in various countries and will contribute to the enrichment of Kazakhstan's cultural heritage.